The Pre-Diploma in Agriculture (Plant Science) offered by Anand Jyoti Secondary School, Pokhara, is a practical and career-focused technical education program designed for SEE graduates who aspire to work in Nepal’s vital agricultural sector.
This program is affiliated with the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) and adheres to nationally recognized academic and training standards.
This 18-month course focuses on crop production, soil management, plant protection, horticulture, and sustainable farming practices. The curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with extensive field-based learning, equipping students with the skills needed for employment or further study in agriculture.
Classes are conducted in the morning shift, making the schedule student-friendly for those balancing other responsibilities. Instruction takes place in a modern academic environment that includes projector-equipped classrooms and a well-equipped agricultural laboratory, providing hands-on training through demonstrations, experiments, and real-time fieldwork.
Graduates of this program are eligible to work as Junior Technical Assistants (JTA) in governmental, non-governmental, and community-level agricultural development projects. They may also choose to advance into diploma-level or higher studies in agriculture and related sciences.
This program is ideal for students from rural or semi-urban communities interested in crop science, sustainable agriculture, and improving food systems in Nepal.
Program Name: Pre-Diploma in Agriculture (Plant Science)
Duration: 18 Months
Shift: Morning
Affiliation: CTEVT
Entry Requirement: SEE passed or equivalent
Learning Mode: Classroom + Practical Fieldwork
Facilities: Agricultural Lab, Projector-based Learning, Experienced Faculty
